De Havilland Canada (Bombardier) Dash 8 Q400

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24 Mar 2026 · © aviationpassionist

QantasLink Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 (VH-QON) climbing out with its signature red tail and kangaroo logo.

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De Havilland Canada (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 (Dash 8 Q400)

Aircraft

Dash 8 Q400 DH8D

QantasLink standard livery

VH-QON

Registration

Airline

Qantaslink

QLK / QF

Manufacturer

De Havilland Canada (Bombardier)

Gear

Canon 2000D Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3

Achievements

Turboprop Tracker

Badge earned

Location

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Q400 is the fastest and largest member of the Dash 8 family, widely used for regional routes globally.

Fleet Rarity

Common regional aircraft, QantasLink operates one of the world’s larger Q400 fleets.

Record Flights

Used for some of the longest regional turboprop sectors in Australia, including outback operations.

Safety & Events

Generally boasts an excellent safety record with QantasLink; QantasLink Dash 8s have occasionally featured in national promotions.

Future Outlook

Still in active widespread service as of 2024.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A

Engine

28.4 meters

Wingspan

32.8 meters

Length

2,522 km

Range

667 km/h

Speed

78 passengers

Capacity

29,257 kg

MTOW

8.3 meters

Height

Not applicable (turboprop, each engine rated at ~5,071 shp)

Thrust

Approx. 83 dB; meets ICAO Chapter 4

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